Overview
The PhD program in Sociology at Arizona State University provides advanced training in theory, research methodology and substantive fields to prepare sociologists for teaching and research with special emphasis on family, medical sociology and demography.
Career Opportunities
Professionals with expertise in research methodologies and data analysis as well as an understanding of cultural and social change, various social issues and phenomena are sought-after in many areas, including human services, business, education, public policy, and community service and nonprofit sectors.
Career examples include:
- demographers
- mediators
- research professionals
- social and community service managers
- sociologists
- sociology instructors
- urban and regional planners
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Perspectives in Sociological Inquiry
- Applied Social Theory
- Research Methods
- Statistics
- Culminating Experience
- Dissertation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 120 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Sociology View 130 other PhDs in Sociology in United StatesAcademic requirements
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Student insurance
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- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in sociology or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
- graduate admission application and application fee
- official transcripts
- current resume or curriculum vitae
- personal statement detailing professional goals and research experiences
- writing sample
- three letters of recommendation from persons familiar with the applicant's academic background
- proof of English proficiency
Tuition Fee
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International
13482 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1605 USD per credit during 120 months. -
National
12364 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1472 USD per credit during 120 months. -
In-State
7534 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 897 USD per credit during 120 months.
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Scholarships Information
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